Quality Inspector

FREDNOTDEAD.com; Hailsham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in vacuum technology in Hailsham is seeking a Quality Inspector to measure and visually inspect components. The role requires experience in metrology and knowledge of quality management. Ideal candidates will have over 3 years in a machine shop and understand ISO 9001 standards. Benefits include competitive salary and private medical insurance.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

25 days holiday

Salary sacrifice company pension

Life insurance

State-of-the-art working environment

Qualifications

• At least 3 years' experience working in a machine shop or similar manufacturing environment.
• Able to read and understand technical drawings and engineering specifications.
• Experience using range of metrology equipment typically used in machine shop environments.

Responsibilities

• Observe the non-conformance process and take corrective actions.
• Visually inspect finished goods to ensure compliance to specification.
• Be the champion for ensuring the required quality standard is delivered.

Skills

Experience working to ISO 9001

Technical drawing comprehension

Metrology equipment proficiency

Quality management tools understanding

Education

BTech/HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering or Manufacturing

Tools

CMM

Faro Arm devices

Job description

Overview

VACGEN has driven innovation in ultra-high vacuum (UHV) technology for over 60 years, supporting cutting-edge research across the globe. Our high-precision products are trusted by world-leading institutions and researchers to deliver results, including projects with NASA, the European Space Agency, and CERN. We are recruiting a Quality Inspector to measure and visually inspect components and assemblies to drawing using a variety of metrology equipment. You will visually inspect welds, validate components and assemblies, and ensure any defects and features not to specification are recorded.

Location: Hailsham, BN27 4EL

Salary: Competitive, DOE

Contract: Full time, Permanent

Hours: Monday - Friday, 37 hours

Benefits: A competitive salary, private medical insurance, 25 days holiday, salary sacrifice company pension, life insurance, a state-of-the-art working environment!

Note: We cannot accept applications from Overseas.

Responsibilities

• Observe the non-conformance process and take corrective actions, ensuring root cause is established to correct errors and prevent future occurrences.
• Visually inspect finished goods to ensure compliance to specification.
• Be the champion for ensuring the required quality standard is delivered to our customers.
• Work with various individuals and teams to improve processes to manufacture our products right the first time.
• Update KPI's and metrics to drive quality improvement.

Qualifications

Essential

• Experience working to ISO 9001.
• At least 3 years' experience working in a machine shop or similar manufacturing environment.
• A strong understanding of Quality and Process management tools and methodology.
• Experience of using CMM or Faro Arm devices and proficient with a range of metrology equipment typically used in machine shop environments.
• Able to read and understand technical drawings and engineering specifications.

Desirable

• Knowledge or experience of welding and fabrication processes.
• Previous experience of working in the vacuum industry.
• Qualified to BTech/HNC/HND level in a Mechanical Engineering or Manufacturing discipline.

Additional

Vacgen Limited is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, or any other protected status under the Equality Act 2010.